PRO ASYL

PRO ASYL is a renowned and independent organization that has been advocating for the protection and rights of asylum seekers in Germany and Europe since its founding in 1986.

The organization was founded by members of refugee councils, churches, trade unions, welfare, and human rights organizations to counteract the far-right and racist agitation against asylum seekers. The motto "Every Case Counts" reflects the focus on individual support and the preservation of human rights. PRO ASYL strives for a humane and open society that stands in solidarity with refugees[2][3][5].

• Legal Support: PRO ASYL provides individual legal advice and representation in asylum procedures, including litigation before German and European courts, up to the Federal Constitutional Court and the European Court of Human Rights[5].
• Public Relations and Lobbying: The organization engages in political campaigns, media, and public discussions to promote the rights of refugees and expose human rights violations[4][5].
• Cooperations and Networks: PRO ASYL works closely with other national and international human rights organizations, such as the European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE) and UNHCR. They are also part of the European Refugee Fund-funded Information and Cooperation Forum (ICF)[5].

• Long-term Funding: The PRO ASYL Foundation, established in 2002, secures long-term funding for refugee and human rights work through substantial donations and legacies. It implements medium- and long-term projects, such as documenting human rights violations in countries like Greece and Hungary[3].
• International Projects: PRO ASYL is involved in international cooperation projects, e.g., with the Greek partner organization Refugee Support Aegean, and promotes scholarship programs for young refugees[3].

PRO ASYL consists of three entities: the Federal Working Group PRO ASYL (BAG PRO ASYL), the PRO ASYL Support Association e.V., and the PRO ASYL Foundation. This structure allows for the coordination and support of work at various levels. The organization is headquartered in Frankfurt am Main and has an office in Berlin[3].

PRO ASYL has received numerous national and international awards, including the Bonhoeffer Prize in 1998, the Aachen Peace Prize in 2001, the Theodor Heuss Medal in 2008, and the Göttingen Peace Prize in 2012. These recognitions underscore the significance and influence of the organization in human rights and refugee work[2][5].

PRO ASYL remains an important and independent voice for the rights of refugees and migrants, committed to promoting a humane and solidarity-based society.

• 1 - https://www.proasyl.de
• 2 - https://www.proasyl.de/en/who-we-are/
• 3 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pro_Asyl
• 4 - https://www.handelsblatt.com/themen/pro-asyl
• 5 - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pro_Asyl